Vol. 11-04, Issue 10

In this Issue…


Now Available: Cscape™ 6.7
... Offers More Programming Options & Supports PLC Protocols.


FREE Download Cscape 6.7 without Symbols
Or Purchase Cscape with Symbols

Cscape 6.7 Offers More Programming Options
Supporting all elements of control, I/O, graphics, and networking for OCS (Operator Control Stations), Cscape 6.7 now offers these enhancements:

  • LX Serial Protocols (downloadable Protocol Drivers): allows OCS models LX280 and LX300 touchscreens to support communications drivers that are configurable in an intuitive, data mapping approach. Each LX port (port 1 & 2), has the capability to communicate via a downloadable, proprietary protocol. In addition, Cscape 6.7 supports these PLC protocols:
    • RTU/Modbus
    • GE Fanuc SNP
    • Allen-Bradley DF1, and
    • Horner CsCAN Serial Protocol.

  • SmartStix Network I/O Configuration for All OCS Models: fast and intuitive to use, the SmartStix Network I/O configuration tool is now available for all OCS models with a CsCAN port.
  • RTU/Modbus Store & Forward Capability for All OCS Models: OCS products support the store and forward capability in its RTU/Modbus function blocks. It's an important feature in radio applications where a centralized host needs to talk with remote locations.

Click here to get more details (Cscape 6.7 Bulletin)

And, You Continue to Benefit from Other Recent Cscape Enhancements:

  • Graphical Gauge Object: Provides "automotive" style gauges
  • 100 Mbps Ethernet Support in all SVGA Color-Touch Models
  • Video Input Option with all SVGA Color-Touch Models
  • Ability to Load Application Programs from CompactFlash™ in all SVGA Color-Touch Models
  • 32,000+ Colors in all SVGA Color-Touch Models
  • 2048 Alarm Points in all SVGA Color-Touch Models
  • Recipe Manager
  • Ability to Update Graphics Without Halting Ladder
  • Dynamic Shape Attributes (circle, rectangle, line)

  • Works with the Optional 4,000+ Graphical Library, Cscape with Symbols…add this software for enhanced customization

Power-Gen International 2004…Visit Us at Booth #1468

Horner APG is looking forward to participating in the upcoming Power-Gen International 2004 tradeshow. Show dates run November 30th through December 2nd in Orlando, Florida…at the Orange County Convention Center. If you'd like a free pass to the show, email Helen.Husain@heapg.com (please include your name, address, ph #). We'd love to show you our latest OCS-based monitoring, wireless, and control solutions for the power industry…and answer any product questions you might have. See you there!

One of Horner APG's most popular products is the Series
90-30 programming adapter HE693SNPCBL—with over 40,000 units sold!

Series 90-30 programming adapter is also one of our longest running products—at 13 years and still going! A few years ago, this product was redesigned to a one-piece molded unit…that has been very well received. We're occasionally asked if the original, two-piece version is still available. The answer is: Yes (but only if you order the adapter and cable components separately). Part numbers and pricing for all the options are shown below:

Part Number List Price Description
HE693SNPCBL $130 SNP Programming Adapter/Cable - one piece molded unit, 6 ft.
HE693SNP232 $100 SNP/RS-232 Adapter only.
HE693CBLSNP $30 RS-232 cable, 6 ft., 9-pin female to 9-pin female, 6ft.

Need a longer programming cable? Combine the new 6 ft. HE693SNPCBL cable with our 6 ft. HE693CBL222 cable ($25 list).



OCS I/O Quick Tip: OCS Offers 2 Types of I/O and Several I/O Configurations to Minimize Cost

I/O Types:

  1. SmartStack I/O modules stack on the back of many OCS models, all RCS models or a remote base.
  2. SmartStix terminal-style I/O modules are DIN-rail mounted and connect to any OCS CsCAN network port.

I/O Configurations:

  1. SmartStacks are stacked onto the back of an OCS to create local, integrated I/O.
  2. SmartStacks are stacked onto bases connected by fiber optic cable to an OCS (except miniOCS/miniSX) to create local I/O or remote I/O for a limited distance.
  3. SmartStix Din-rail mounted and/or SmartStacks stacked on CsCAN network bases are connected to an OCS to create local or distributed I/O.
  4. SmartStix are connected over the CsCAN network to an OCS to create local or distributed I/O.

Cost:

  1. Depending on the quantity and type of I/O needed, SmartStix and Combination SmartStacks with inputs, outputs and analog may offer the most inexpensive OCS I/O.

 


Coming Soon…
NX…The Next Generation OCS Graphics Product

Horner APG's NX series Graphical OCS products are scheduled to start shipping the first quarter of 2005. The NX series takes graphical OCS to the next level and provides more features and embedded functions….in
short, greater performance at a lower cost! Contact us for more information about our new NX series at apgsales@heapg.com or call 317-916-4274, press 1.

 

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Windows CE is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. DeviceNet is a registered trademark of the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA), Inc. PROFIBUS-DP is a registered trademark of Siemens AG. CompactFlash is a registered trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Cscape, SmartStack, SmartStix, SmartLnx, and CsCAN are registered trademarks of Horner APG, LLC. © 2004 Horner APG, LLC

For further information, please visit www.hornerocs.com or  contact: APGsales@HEAPG.com